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Enjoy personal service from a private driver in Baku with a car service that is customized to your needs. You won’t need to search for taxis, rent a car, or worry if your ride will show up; pre-arranged private car service is a hassle-free alternative, ensuring you’ll get where you’re going.

Discover diverse attractions across the Absheron peninsula on this full-day tour from Baku, with round-trip transfer from your hotel ensuring easy access to several off-road sites. Get up close to mud volcanoes in the Gobustan National Park, explore the Bibi Heybat Mosque and Ateshgah Temple, and see the Yanar Dag flames first-hand. The small-group tour size ensures an intimate experience, with admission fees and lunch included for a hassle-free trip.

Unless you’re an archaeologist, you probably won’t know the impressive history that lies just outside of Baku. This tour takes you to four natural sites in just one day, with your guide uncovering layers of ancient history dating back 1,000 or more years. You’ll have private transportation all day, allowing you the flexibility to stay as long as you like at each site you visit.

See a gorgeous landscape of pink and white–striped rock formations at Candy Cane Mountain on a half-day trip from Baku. Coordinating transport to the rural area can be a challenge, but this excursion takes care of logistics with door-to-door transport from your location. That means you can relax on the way to the fossil-rich mountains outside Altyaghach National Park.

Raise a glass and get ready for fun during this 3-hour pub crawl enjoying the nightlife of Baku. Make visits to five of the city’s top breweries, bars and pubs, sampling an included glass of international or local beer at each stop. Depending on the night of the week, you may even get to enjoy some live entertainment. This Baku pub crawl includes a guide and one beer, cocktail or soft drink at each of the five stops.

This region has always been one of the biggest and one of the most beautiful parts of Azerbaijan! So, if you decide to visit other Azerbaijani cities, we highly recommend you to see Quba! Guba has been founded in the XV century and is located 165km to the north from Baku. Khinaliq village is the most remote village among all others in Quba. It is also the highest village as it is located in the middle of Caucasian mountains. And this remoteness is exactly what helped the inhabitants of the village to survive from the invasions. The history of this village goes right back until the Albanian period. The remains of ancient caves of early humans are still left in this territory between the mountains. Due to its long history, Khinaliq village is considered one of the oldest inhabited places in the world and has been included in the UNESCO list of World Historical Monuments.

Experience the landscapes of Azerbaijan and what life is like outside the capital on this day trip from Baku. Travel through rugged mountain landscapes to reach the small city of Quba, rich with culture and Jewish heritage. Continue higher into the Caucasus Mountains than you can alone, to the ancient village of Khinalug for lunch at a local home to try traditional regional food. Choose between a group trip or a private tour.

Explore the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape and the Absheron Peninsula on this full-day tour that begins with pickup from your hotel in Baku. Head to Gobustan to see 40,000-year-old rock carvings from the Stone Age and mud volcanoes. Then, head to Absheron to learn why Azerbaijan is called the “Land of Fire,” and see where Zoroastrianism began.

If you want to explore all the main sites of Baku and the Old City in the evening, when the lights come on, then join this group guided tour, which includes a traditional dinner featuring saj, Old Garden salad, and tea with Baku baklava. You’ll meet your group at the designated spot, then you’ll cover plenty of ground. You’ll visit several spots, traveling between them in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Discover the historic city of Sheki and its beautiful Khan Palace on this day trip from Baku. Join a small group for guided tours of the city’s highlights including the Juma Mosque, Nokhur Gel Lake, Church of Kish, and the fortress-like “caravanseray” in addition to the palace. Your guide also provides insight into the local history and culture.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the winter wonderland of Shahdag Mountain Resort, nestled in the picturesque city of Qusar. Our Shahdag Tour invites you to explore breathtaking mountain landscapes, adorned with glistening snow and captivating vistas. Experience the thrill of skiing down pristine slopes or take leisurely walks amidst the serene snow-covered peaks. Indulge in the charm of Shahdag as you immerse yourself in a range of winter activities tailored to all levels of adventurers. Join us for an enriching two-hour exploration where you'll create lasting memories against the backdrop of Shahdag's natural splendour. Book your adventure now and discover the magic of winter at Shahdag Mountain Resort!"

Get your steps in while exploring Baku’s Soviet and modern sides on this small-group pop-culture walking tour. Your guide takes you to some of the most visited sites in Baku, plus shows you some lesser-known ones that you most likely would not find on your own. Check out Fountain Square, Nizami Street, Mardanov Qardashari pub street, Khagani Street, and more, while learning all about Azerbani’s culture.

Discover the captivating beauty of Shahdag, where ancient glaciers, deep valleys, and breathtaking mountain lakes await! Immerse yourself in an ecological paradise, teeming with a diverse array of plant and animal life! Situated just 29 km from Gusar city, Azerbaijan, Shahdag Mountain Resort takes its name from the majestic mount Shahdag, towering at an impressive 4243 meters above sea level. This stunning peak is part of the magnificent Greater Caucasus range. With its strategic location near Shahdag National Park, this resort complex offers unparalleled opportunities for skiing and a wide range of winter and summer sports in Azerbaijan. It serves as a gateway to thrilling adventures and memorable experiences on the slopes.

Set off on a full-day adventure from Baku to Gabala and immerse yourself in Azerbaijan’s stunning landscapes. Visit iconic spots like the historic Juma Mosque and the serene Nohur Lake. Take in breathtaking alpine views on the Tufandag Cable Car, then unwind by the tranquil Yeddi Gozel Waterfall. With hotel pickup, drop-off, and a professional guide to share fascinating insights, your Azerbaijan experience couldn’t be easier.

Tour company provides guests with professional local guide (native English/Russian speaker) who had prestigious education and intensive background at European companies and institutions. Therefor guests will be received much information about not only Azerbaijan additionally general background about Mesopotamian geography including every neighboring states. Our company vehicles offers (free of charge) ride (by guests) in Mud Volcanoes and Qobustan which is known as ''safari''.

Begin your journey with a visit to the world’s first industrial oil well, a historic site marking the origins of Azerbaijan’s oil industry. Continue to the Bibiheybat Mosque, a 13th-century architectural gem and major religious site. Next, head to the vibrant Pink Lake, known for its striking pink hues caused by minerals and algae—a perfect spot for memorable photos. Visit Besh Barmag (Five Finger) Mountain, a sacred place offering panoramic views after a short uphill walk. Enjoy a lunch break at a local fish restaurant before exploring the Candy Cane Mountains, famous for their red-and-white striped hills. This full-day guided tour from Baku offers a mix of history, nature, and culture across some of Azerbaijan’s most unique landscapes.

When exploring a new city, it’s hard enough planning your visits and day without having to worry about how much things cost at each stop, too. Save yourself the headache and book this all-inclusive Shamakhi and Gabala Full-Day Tour from Baku. Everything from round-trip transport from Baku to a 3-course lunch is included—as well as tastings, entry fees, and more. Plus, see Juma Mosque, Diri Baba Mausoleum, and other area highlights with your guide.

Semi-desert landscape, water basin, mud volcanoes, and the beautiful rare creatures (Gazelle, birds and other mammals) that make this strange trio spectacular. Our Shirvan National Park Tour will give you theese oportinities: - You will recognize the rare creatures of the Azerbaijani wild nature which mentioned in Red Book and preserved in Shirvan National Park; - Watching calmly their natural movements, reflexes in their living spaces - in nature will give you peace of mind.

This tour presents a focused journey through two of Azerbaijan’s most distinctive geological landmarks. Travelers gain direct access to the Beshbarmag Mountain formation known for its five-peak structure and centuries of cultural significance. The program includes expansive views over the Caspian corridor supported by expert insights into regional ecology and spiritual heritage. The journey continues into the Khizi region featuring the Candy Cane Mountains and their striking iron-rich color bands shaped by natural oxidation processes. These formations deliver exceptional visual contrast and valuable geological interpretation in a compact program. The full experience is designed for travelers seeking a premium, science-backed, visually compelling encounter with Azerbaijan’s northern landscapes.

On this art historian-led overnight tour through Azerbaijan, you’ll cover some of the country’s most stunning cultural and natural sights. Highlights include a stop at the famous astronomical observatory of thousands-year-old Shamakhi, a look at the Silk Road-era remnants of history-filled Gabala, and a scenic, half-day hike through the gorges and pine forests of Sheki.

Discover more of Azerbaijan when you book this full-day tour that visits four regions near Baku. Join a small group and head to Shamakhi, Ismailli, Gabala, and Sheki to visit beautiful mosques, lakes, palaces, and bazaars. Gain better insight into the local history and culture with commentary from your local guide. You also get a free night tour of Baku with the purchase of this tour.

This tour of Bogustan and Absheron has the flexibility for you to choose if you’d like a private group, or to share this experience with a group. No matter which option, you’ll have transport provided for you from your hotel, lunch, your guide, and all your admission fees taken care of, so you won’t need to organize any of that. Just decide if you want a private or shared experience.

This group tour covers most of the top sightseeing spots in Northern Azerbaijan in just two days—more than you could cover on your own. You start and finish in Baku with hotel pickup for ease, visiting Sheki and Diri Baba Mausoleum, Shamakhi Juma Mosque, Lahij village, Nohur Lake in Gabala, and more. You sleep in a five-star hotel, and most admission fees are included.

Discover all that Baku and its surroundings have to offer on this full-day tour. See the prehistoric petroglyphs at Gobustan National Park, learn about the mud volcanoes and their healing properties, visit the Zoroastrian fire temple of Ateshgah, explore the fire mountain of Yanardag, and admire the architecture of Baku's modern city center. A tour guide and transportation to all of the sights from your hotel are included.